Can a Song Point the Way to Freedom?
Can a Song Point the Way to Freedom? By Joann Benson Every child likes a good scavenger hunt, and using the Code Songs from the Underground Railroad with…
Tag: General Music
Don’t Put Off for Tomorrow What You Can Do Today
Developing a Successful Grading System By Audrey Carballo Alright, who (besides me) absolutely hated when your parents used to spout this saying? Raise your hands! I hate to admit…
Advocacy and Arts Education Work Hand-in-Hand
Advocacy and Arts Education Work Hand-in-Hand By John J. Gallagher, Ed.D. The music educator works in a profession that is constantly advocating for the benefits of music education…
Most-Read Music Education Blogs of 2015
Most-Read Music Education Blogs of 2015 It has been a year since the launch of NAfME’s new “Music in a Minuet” blog. Guest bloggers, including NAfME members…
5 Things to Do on a Snow Day
5 Things to Do on a Snow Day The office of the National Association for Music Education, along with many others on the East Coast, are currently “hunkering down”…
4 Steps to Use Google Classroom in Your Music Class
4 Steps to Use Google Classroom in Your Music Class By Jacqueline Woudenberg Recently the district in which I teach started to incorporate more technology into our daily work…
Do You See What I Hear?: Braille Music in the Classroom
Do You See What I Hear? Braille Music in the Classroom By Audrey Carballo So often music classes are one of the first places exceptional students are scheduled, either…
For Beginners: Your First African Rhythm Concept
For Beginners: Your First African Rhythm Concept By Dave Holland If you enjoyed my Body Jammin’ presentation at #Nafville2015, then you’ll love this quick tip! In traditional western music,…
Teaching Theory Using Ableton Live
Teaching Theory Using Ableton Live A New Way to Approach Music Theory by Michael Hayden Do you incorporate music theory into your classroom? Ever thought about using a digital…
Teaching Music off a Cart
Teaching Music off a Cart By Jim Tinter Being told you are losing your music room and are going to have to teach music off a cart can be…
